Front Suspension Adjustment; Rear Suspension Inspection - Xmotos XZ 250R Owner's Manual

FRONT SUSPENSION
REAR SUSPENSION
Loose, worn or damaged suspension components may affect the stability and handling of your motorcycle.
If any of the suspension components seem to be worn or damaged, see your Xmotos dealer for service
and/or inspection. Your Xmotos dealer is the most qualified to determine whether or not replacement
parts or service is required.
Your motorcycle is new. Break it in for about 2 hours with the original settings before attempting
adjustments.
Push From Here
NOTICE
DO NOT TRY TO REPAIR THE SHOCK.
IF REPAIR IS NECESSARY, TAKE THE
MOTORCYCLE TO AN XMOTOS DEALER.
BASIC MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT (FRONT) Cont.
Over time, the forks suck in air, creating a build-up that
will have a bad effect on the performance of the forks.
1. Put a support on the bottom of the bike so that the front
tire is off the ground.
2. Turn the air bleeder screw
counter-clockwise to release the air.
3. Make sure you do this with the weight off the front forks
and be sure to tighten it back before placing the bike
back on the ground.
1. Move the motorcycle by bouncing it up and down to
check for smooth suspension action.
2. Check for a broken or damaged spring.
3. Check the shock absorber for a bent center shaft or any
oil leaks.
4. Check nuts and bolts of shock for tightness.
5. Check the spring adjuster(s) ring for tightness.
6. Check the swing-arm bolts for tightness.
7. Push the rear wheel from side to side feeling for any
loose or worn swing-arm bearings
movement, have the motorcycle serviced by your
Xmotos dealer.
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SUSPENSION INSPECTION (REAR)
on the top of the fork
. If there is